The cheapest and fastest trains from Ventimiglia to Bologna
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
7 h 28 m
Average duration
7 h 58 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
308 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ventimiglia to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ventimiglia to Bologna will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
Of the 3 trains that leave Ventimiglia for Bologna every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 308 km distance in an average of 7 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 57 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Ventimiglia to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ventimiglia to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £60.
Distance: 308 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£33 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £137 Average Price |
6h 1m Average total duration Fastest 5h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 32m Average total duration 9h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 10m Average total duration 9h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Ventimiglia to Bologna train times
The table below shows live departures for Ventimiglia to Bologna trains for tomorrow, Thursday 11 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:57 Ventimiglia | 7h28 | 13:25 Bologna | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:28 Ventimiglia | 8h57 | 19:25 Bologna | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:57 Ventimiglia | 7h28 | 19:25 Bologna | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ventimiglia to Bologna
Trains from Ventimiglia to Bologna run on average 23 times per day, taking around 5h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 19:18. The fastest train covers the 308 km distance in 5h 12m.
Distance 308 km |
Average train duration 5h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 23 |
Fastest train 5h 12m |
First train 00:20 |
Last train 19:18 |
Train companies: Intercity, Regionale, Frecciarossa from Ventimiglia to Bologna trainsIntercity, Regionale, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Ventimiglia and Bologna from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Ventimiglia to Bologna train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ventimiglia to Bologna by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bologna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ventimiglia and Bologna
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Via Cavour.
- Ristorante Marco Polo
- La Grotta
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Sole Mare
- Hotel Calypso
- Hotel Provenza
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for regional and international trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Train: Regional and Intercity trains
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with several spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- Ristorante Il Patio
- Trattoria Bonora
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Flyon Hotel
- Hotel Bologna Airport
- Hotel Del Borgo
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available connecting to Bologna city center
- Taxi services available
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